Investment Analyst

Job Description

The Employer

Our client is an independent investment firm based in Geneva, managing assets on behalf of an international clientele of high-net-worth individuals and families. The firm operates with an open architecture approach and invests across a wide range of asset classes, with a strong focus on private markets and alternative investment strategies.

Within a lean and entrepreneurial investment team, the firm is looking to strengthen its capabilities in alternatives by hiring an Investment Analyst. The position offers the opportunity to gain broad exposure to private market investments and hedge fund strategies, while working closely with experienced investors involved in portfolio construction and investment decision-making.

Responsibilities / Tasks

• The role is expected to be approximately 70% focused on investment analysis, manager meetings, operational follow-up and subscription monitoring, and 30% client-facing, involving interaction with end clients to share investment views, provide portfolio updates and present new investment opportunities.
• Conduct analysis, selection and monitoring of alternative investment strategies across private equity, private debt, infrastructure, real estate and hedge funds.
• Participate in the sourcing and due diligence of new investment opportunities (funds and direct deals)
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, prepare investment memoranda and contribute to internal investment discussions and committees.
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures and provide allocation or rebalancing recommendations.
• Maintain regular interaction with external managers, custodians and investment advisors.
• Contribute to the structuring and implementation of investment vehicles such as funds, dedicated mandates or club deals.

Requirements

• 3–6 years of relevant professional experience within an asset manager, private bank, family office, pension fund or investment advisory firm.
• Previous exposure to alternative investments, such as private equity, private debt, hedge funds, fund of funds or asset allocation roles including alternatives.
• Strong understanding of alternative investment products and fund structures (LP/GP, SICAV, closed-ended funds, etc.).
• Solid knowledge of portfolio management and performance analysis, including metrics such as IRR, multiples and attribution, as well as an understanding of key risk factors (liquidity, leverage, concentration).
• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline.
• Progress toward or interest in certifications such as CFA, CAIA or similar would be considered an advantage.
• Professional fluency in English and French mandatory both oral and written

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a dynamic and entrepreneurial investment team with direct exposure to senior decision-makers.
• Broad exposure to private markets and alternative investment strategies across multiple asset classes.
• A hands-on role offering strong involvement in the full investment process, from sourcing and due diligence to portfolio monitoring.
• Collaborative working environment within a growing investment platform in Geneva.